Programme structure

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Learning outcomes

have foundational knowledge of the sound structures, word patterns, and grammatical structure of the English language as well as insight into the cultural conventions for its use

have knowledge of English as a world language and its developing role as a contact language for people from different countries and cultures, as well as its importance in internationalization in education and the workplace

have knowledge of and can distinguish between literary genres, as well as conventions of academic writing, including responsible use of secondary sources and research ethics

have knowledge and understanding of English in a holistic, cultural context

have insight into the possibilities for the subject's role in developing interpersonal communication, values, respect, and tolerance

have knowledge of strategies for textual, linguistic, cultural, and analytical approaches to literature and other texts

have knowledge of modern literary theory

have knowledge leading to personal and academic maturation

have increased knowledge and understanding of language as a phenomenon

Skills

Students

have the ability and expertise to further their professional development in English within our present academic structure

can analyze and write research-based articles on literary texts, and also apply precise and customized concepts in working with texts

can explore society, history, and expressions of English-speaking countries

can use both oral and written English functionally and confidently

General kompetence

Students

can convey relevant subject matter in English in an appropriate way

can reflect on their own learning

can work independently and with others

Admission requirements

Job opportunities

The package can be incorporated into full degree Bachelor programmes. It also facilitates professional language and communication development for professionals working across a range of fields in both the public and private sectors, including communication, tourism, culture, education and social work.

Further education

Costs

No specific costs other than semester registration fee and course literature.

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning

If the applicant does not fulfill the requirements for the Higher Education Entrance Qualification but has experience-based competence relevent to the field of study, he or she may apply for recognition of this competence in order to fulfill the admission requirements.

Examination regulations, assessment and grading

The Norwegian system for grading and assessment using the letter grades A - F, in which A denotes the best/highest grade and F denotes "not passed". Grades can also be awarded as "passed", "not passed", "approved" and "not approved".